1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 675 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Alpine Chevrolet
Model A 310 Corvette
Year Released 1973 1999
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 1605 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 128 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 486 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92 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 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 53 L


 

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