1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1983 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
