1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 54 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 955 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 106 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 100 L |
