1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 108 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 73 L |
