1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 50 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1959 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 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 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 106 | F430 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 95 L |