1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1787 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 106 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 129 L |
