1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1961 Alpine A 108 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1961 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 108 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 79 L |
