1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 53 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1890 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.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2011 BMW X5 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. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 85 L |
