1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1185 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang 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 | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 61 L |