1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1958 Porsche 356 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Porsche 356 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 1958 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 108 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 108 | 356 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 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 | 550 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2110 mm |