1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 37 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1974 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1974 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alpine A 310 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
Model | A 310 | EX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |