1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 52 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 999 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 108 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2950 mm |
