1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
