1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 106 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
