1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 45 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 2037 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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Alpine | Lincoln |
Model | A 106 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 106 L |