1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1991 Bugatti EB 110
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (600 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | |
| Make | Alpine | Bugatti |
| Model | A 310 | EB 110 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
