1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1957 Alpine A 106 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 106 | 625 F1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2170 mm |
