1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
