1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1964 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
