1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
