1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 734 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 108 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |
