1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 30 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Alpine A 310. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1981 Alpine A 310.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alpine A 310. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1981 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1981 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alpine A 310 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
| Model | A 310 | M |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
