1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106.
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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 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 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 320 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 57 L |