1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1189 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 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2009 Infiniti G37 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 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
| Model | A 106 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |
