1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1917 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 106 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 98 L |
