1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 BMW 729
To start off, 1998 BMW 729 is newer by 41 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 729 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 729 (181 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 729 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, 1998 BMW 729 (410 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 729 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 1998 BMW 729 has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 BMW 729 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1998 BMW 729 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 729 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
