1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1959 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 106 | F355 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 376 HP |
Torque | 45 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 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 | 530 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 82 L |