1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1968 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:
| 1968 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 115 L |
