1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 BMW 118
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 2006 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108. 2006 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2006 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 108 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 550 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |
