1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1982 Maserati Merak
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Merak would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Merak (158 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Merak weights approximately 370 kg more than 1984 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 1982 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Alpine | Maserati |
| Model | A 310 | Merak |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
