1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 106 | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 73 L |