1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1879 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310. 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
| Model | A 310 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
