1967 Alpine A vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1967 Alpine A is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Alpine A. 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:
| 1967 Alpine A | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 133 L |
