1962 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 110 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
