1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP) has 381 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1244 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |
