1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1995 BMW CLS
To start off, 1995 BMW CLS is newer by 36 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster 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, 1995 BMW CLS (260 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 1995 BMW CLS 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 | 1995 BMW CLS | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
