1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 1525 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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2010 BMW 535 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 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
