1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 436 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1975 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1975 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
