1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1971 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 110 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 110 | 360 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1563 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |