1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Audi A6

To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 28 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 789 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.

Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 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 2004 Audi A6
Make Alpine Audi
Model A 310 A6
Year Released 1976 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2662 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.6 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1016 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L


 

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