1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 2 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 106 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 88 L |
