1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 106 | 630 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |