1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alpine A 110 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 735 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2475 mm |
