1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 1957 Ferrari 801 F1
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 310 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1.
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:
| 1977 Alpine A 310 | 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | 801 F1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
