1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 972 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
| Model | A 106 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 58 L |
