1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 716 kg more than 1971 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 110 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1563 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |