1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1982 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 310 | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
