1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1973 BMW 525
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 16 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1973 BMW 525 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 | 1973 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
