1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 30 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP) has 429 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 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 | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 106 | F40 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 472 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 575 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 120 L |