1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 775 kg more than 1973 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 310 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
