1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 46 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 106 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 108 L |
