1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 43 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1135 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 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 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 106 | 550 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 597 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |