1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 798 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 106 | DB4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 86 L |
