2007 Acura TL vs. 1955 Alpine A 106
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 870 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1955 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpine |
| Model | TL | A 106 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 28 L |
