1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 668 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 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z 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 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
