1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 53 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 765 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 106 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 320 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |