1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 52 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), 2011 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina D3 weights approximately 1030 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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2011 Alpina D3 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. 2011 Alpina D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Alpina |
| Model | A 106 | D3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 450 Nm |
| 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 | 530 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
