1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1944 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1958 Alpine A 106 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 1944 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
Model | A 106 | 62 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 5676 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3280 mm |