1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 27 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1982 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1871 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alpine A 310. 2009 Maybach 62 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. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Alpine | Maybach |
| Model | A 310 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
