1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1988 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 915 kg more than 1957 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, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1988 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 106 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 86 L |