1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alpine A 310 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 310 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 92 L |
