1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1606 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 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS 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 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Alpine | Lexus |
| Model | A 310 | LS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
