1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 18 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 420 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 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 | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 310 | 968 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |