1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 46 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 830 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 106 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 92 L |
