1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 310 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
