1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 430 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 310 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2570 mm |
