1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 380 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger 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 | 1972 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 310 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
