1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 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 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 106 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 67 L |
