1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 36 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP) has 373 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 1020 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR 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 | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 108 | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 904 cc | 4943 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 422 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |