1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 35 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 775 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 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
