1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1956 BMW 503
To start off, 1957 Alpine A 106 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 503 (138 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1956 BMW 503 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 503 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
