1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F55 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F55 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1976 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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | F55 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 110 L |
