1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Mark X is newer by 43 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 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 1330 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 2004 Lincoln Mark X 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. 2004 Lincoln Mark X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
| Make | Alpine | Lincoln |
| Model | A 108 | Mark X |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2770 mm |
