1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1962 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1974 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 310 | DB4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
