1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2007 BMW 330 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. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
