1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 30 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 270 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 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 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 310 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |