1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2011 Cadillac SRX 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 SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 106 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 79 L |
