1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 BMW 550
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 49 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 1200 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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 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 | 2008 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 550 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 360 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |