1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 33 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 860 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M 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 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 108 | F512 M |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 440 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 110 L |