1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Holden Statesman is newer by 26 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Statesman weights approximately 710 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.
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, 2005 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310. 2005 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1979 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1979 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2950 mm |
