1977 Alpine A 442 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, both 1977 Alpine A 442 and 1977 Holden GTS were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 442 (484 HP @ 9900 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 442 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 735 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 442.
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. 1977 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 442 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 442 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 442 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 442 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1475 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
