1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1980 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1980 Maserati Merak is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Maserati Merak weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1980 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Alpine | Maserati |
| Model | A 310 | Merak |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
