1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 935 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 108 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 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 | 595 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
