1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1954 Ferrari 250
To start off, 1955 Alpine A 106 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 would be higher. At 2,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 250 weights approximately 650 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alpine A 106 | 1954 Ferrari 250 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 106 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 140 L |
