1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 23 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 668 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 200 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.
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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR 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 | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
Make | Alpine | Koenigsegg |
Model | A 310 | CCR |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 816 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 920 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2659 mm |