1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 47 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110.
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. 2012 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 1965 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1965 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 132 L |
