1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 625 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 310 | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |