1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 584 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini Diablo 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 | 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 310 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
