1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2011 Infiniti EX 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. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 106 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
Model | A 106 | EX |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |