1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 48 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 895 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2007 Alpina D3 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. 2007 Alpina D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpina |
| Model | A 106 | D3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |
