1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 15 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet SS (245 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster 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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS 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 | 1991 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 310 | SS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3000 mm |
