1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 26 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1959 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1959 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 106 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2820 mm |
