1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 43 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), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 885 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.
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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 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 | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 106 | GT2 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |