1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 26 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 600 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 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 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 310 | R8 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |