1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1675 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108. 2012 Dodge Durango 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 108 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3043 mm |
