1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP) has 1021 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm) has 1015 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Alpine | Koenigsegg |
| Model | A 106 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 1064 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
