1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2001 BMW 735
To start off, 2001 BMW 735 is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 735 weights approximately 1405 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, 2001 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2001 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1959 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1959 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 2001 BMW 735 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 735 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 88 L |