1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Audi A6
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 19 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
