1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 1310 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2009 BMW 730 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. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 2009 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 730 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |