1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 25 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alpine A 310. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1982 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1982 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 132 L |
