1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 39 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP) has 332 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 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 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 106 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 363 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 | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 82 L |
