1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 39 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1169 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 310 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1994 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
