1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1991 BMW 518
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 is newer by 33 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 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 518 weights approximately 605 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, 1991 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 518 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 | 1991 BMW 518 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 518 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2770 mm |