1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Ginetta G34.
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, 2003 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 2003 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ginetta |
| Model | A 310 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1050 mm |
