1967 Alpine A vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1969 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 Alpine A. 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:
| 1967 Alpine A | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
