1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 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), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 931 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 106 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 430 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |
