1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 32 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1815 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.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 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 | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 144 L |
