1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 675 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
