1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 52 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 970 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, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 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 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 120 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 51 L |