1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1805 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 108 | Express |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 117 L |
