1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 33 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 350 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 310 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |