1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 McLaren M21
To start off, both 1972 Alpine A 310 and 1972 McLaren M21 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 McLaren M21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 McLaren M21 (283 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 McLaren M21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 McLaren M21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1972 McLaren M21 | |
| Make | Alpine | McLaren |
| Model | A 310 | M21 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 465 kg |
