1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 150 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 310 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 351 Nm |
| 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 | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
