1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2023 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 117 L |
