1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1992 BMW 520
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 34 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 933 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, 1992 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 520 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 | 1992 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 520 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |