1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 725 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alpine A 110 | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 110 L |
