1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 53 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 1085 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, 2010 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2010 BMW 325 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. 2010 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |
