1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 820 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
Model | A 310 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |