1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 32 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
