1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1962 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1460 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1962 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 108 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 6388 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 |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
