1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 30 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 510 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 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 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Alpine | Maserati |
Model | A 310 | MC12 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |