1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 46 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 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 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
