1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 981 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 106 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 106 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 67 L |