1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 755 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2007 BMW Z4 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 Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 106 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |