1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 454 kg more than 1976 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
