1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 38 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP) has 380 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 106 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 423 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 |
