1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1995 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 18 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 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 1040 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, 1995 Ferrari F512 M (500 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 110 | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 440 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 110 L |
