1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 310 | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |