1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1180 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310. 2004 GMC Yukon 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. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 310 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2880 mm |
