1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310. 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
