1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1957 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 255 S.
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:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1957 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 159 L |
