1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 603 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| 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 | 576 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 105 L |
