1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2002 Bentley Arnage is newer by 30 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1760 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, 2002 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310. 2002 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1972 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1972 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Alpine | Bentley |
| Model | A 310 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 452 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
