1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 25 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 545 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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 | 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
Make | Alpine | Maserati |
Model | A 106 | Bi Turbo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |