1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | V6 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
