1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 34 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1975 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 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 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
