1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 52 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (216 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 770 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 108 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 108 | 530 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 216 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2890 mm |