1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 38 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1265 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 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 108 L |
