1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1977 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 400 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1977 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 106 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 120 L |
