1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1760 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 106 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 98 L |
