1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2007 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2007 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 106 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 83 L |
