1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1956 Maserati 300
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1956 Maserati 300.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1956 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Maserati |
| Model | A 310 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2320 mm |
