1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 46 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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 | 2004 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Alpine | Bugatti |
| Model | A 106 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
