1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 28 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
| Model | A 106 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 325 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 61 L |
