1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 32 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 966 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.
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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1978 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1978 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 310 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
