1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram 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 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
