1998 Acura NSX vs. 1976 Alpine A 310
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 22 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1976 Alpine A 310 | |
Make | Acura | Alpine |
Model | NSX | A 310 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |