1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 1285 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 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 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 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 335 |
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 | 320 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 61 L |