1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 44 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP) has 352 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 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 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 106 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 95 L |
