1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 106 | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3130 mm |
