1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 54 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |
