1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1980 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 310 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |
