1964 AC Cobra vs. 1957 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1964 AC Cobra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP) has 224 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1957 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | AC | Alpine |
| Model | Cobra | A 106 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 28 L |
