1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1193 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.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 108 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |
