1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2089 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 106 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 117 L |
