1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1991 BMW 316
To start off, 1991 BMW 316 is newer by 32 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 316 weights approximately 755 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.
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, 1991 BMW 316 (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 316 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 | 1991 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 316 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |