1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 45 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 108 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3580 mm |
