1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1035 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 106 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |
