1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 38 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 905 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
