1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 42 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 890 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 318 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 | 1999 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 318 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |