2007 Alpina B5 vs. 1957 Alpine A 106
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 50 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 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. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 1957 Alpine A 106 | |
| Make | Alpina | Alpine |
| Model | B5 | A 106 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 28 L |
