1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 55 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 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 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.
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1958 Alpine A 106 | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | M5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2889 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |