1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 53 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 1145 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 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 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 330 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |