1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 723 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 108 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 Weight | 550 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2360 mm |
