1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 54 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1180 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 106 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
