1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial (161 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
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:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | 500 Mondial |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
