1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 125 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 125 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2497 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 | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 53 L |
