1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F55 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 227 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F55 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1979 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 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | F55 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
