1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-350 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 1959 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-350 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 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 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 106 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 62 L |
