1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1994 BMW 740
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 35 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 1137 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 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 | 1994 BMW 740 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 740 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |