1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 27 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 526 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX 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 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | A 310 | NSX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |