1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 50 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), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 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 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 130 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |