1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 38 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 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 740 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala 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 | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 108 | Cala |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 316 Nm |
| 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 | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2530 mm |
