1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 51 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), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (328 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (315 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2008 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. 2008 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 315 Nm |
| 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 Length | 3710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
