1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 792 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 2005 Ford Mustang 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. 2005 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 108 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 61 L |
