1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Alpine | Lotus |
Model | A 310 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2690 mm |