1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1964 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:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
