1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1961 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1959 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 106 | DB4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 86 L |
