1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1580 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado 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 | 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 108 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3300 mm |
