1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 BMW 318
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 39 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 805 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 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 | 1998 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 318 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |