1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 342 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari 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 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 106 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 500 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 | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
