1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 110 | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 280 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 Weight | 792 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |