2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1957 Alpine A 106
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 48 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP) has 258 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1957 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpine |
| Model | B3 | A 106 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 28 L |
