1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 28 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
