1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 790 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 530 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 216 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |