1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 535 weights approximately 1185 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, 2007 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2007 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1958 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1958 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 2007 BMW 535 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 535 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |