1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 49 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 990 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 2004 Ford GT | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 106 | GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 66 L |