1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 40 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 745 kg more 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua 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 | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Alpine | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 106 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2680 mm |
