1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 1155 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 106 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
