1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 37 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 840 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 310 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2920 mm |
