1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1966 Ferrari 206
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 310 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 206 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 206 (217 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 206 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 206.
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:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1966 Ferrari 206 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
