1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 701 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | F50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69 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 | 575 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
