1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 41 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 815 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli 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 | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Alpine | Maserati |
| Model | A 108 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
