1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1961 Dodge Polara
To start off, both 1961 Alpine A 108 and 1961 Dodge Polara were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,907 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Dodge Polara (301 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Dodge Polara weights approximately 930 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 1961 Dodge Polara | |
Make | Alpine | Dodge |
Model | A 108 | Polara |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 5907 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2960 mm |