1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 47 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 335 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 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 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 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 108 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |
