1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1713 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 108 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 98 L |
