1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 36 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 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 1231 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 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 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | M5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |