1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 106 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 100 L |
