1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 37 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), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 1033 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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 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 | 1996 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | M3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |