1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1965 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:
1965 Alpine A 110 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 110 | 959 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2280 mm |