1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 430 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 310 | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
Make | Alpine | Maserati |
Model | A 310 | 430 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |