1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 40 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Panoz AIV weights approximately 630 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV 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 | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Alpine | Panoz |
| Model | A 108 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
