1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1800 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1962 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1962 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 108 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3300 mm |
