1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 995 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 310 | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 113 L |
