1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 50 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Because 1958 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2008 Nissan Titan 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. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 106 L |
