1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2003 BMW 530
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 46 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 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 | 2003 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 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 | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
