1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1976 Alpine A 310

To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alpine V6 1976 Alpine A 310
Make Alpine Alpine
Model V6 A 310
Year Released 1987 1976
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 2457 cc 2664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1160 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2280 mm


 

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