1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 49 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108.
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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | A 108 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2970 mm |
