1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1961 Alpine A 108 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alpine A 108 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
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:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 108 | 553 F1 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2170 mm |
