1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, 2010 Holden Calais is newer by 31 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310.
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 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310. 2010 Holden Calais 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. 2010 Holden Calais will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 2010 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | A 310 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
