1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT

To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 375 kg more than 1991 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Alpine V6 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
Make Alpine Ferrari
Model V6 365 GT
Year Released 1991 1970
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 4388 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2650 mm


 

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