1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2180 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 Maybach 62 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 944 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2009 Maybach 62 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. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Alpine | Maybach |
| Model | A 106 | 62 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 110 L |
