1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 24 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-450 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 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 | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 310 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
