1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 25 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 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 | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 310 | 996 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |