1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 332 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 2065 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 108 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | A 108 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 381 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2850 mm |