1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 BMW 545
To start off, 1996 BMW 545 is newer by 38 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1996 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |
