1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 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 | 575 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 120 L |
