1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 55 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP) has 531 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 108 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 580 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 753 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2852 mm |
