1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 42 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1095 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 106 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 5474 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 | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 555 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 114 L |