1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 31 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 480 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo 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 | 2003 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | Enzo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 658 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.2 mm |
| 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 | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
