1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 106 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |
