1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1986 BMW 325
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 29 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 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 | 1986 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 325 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |