1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 564 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider.
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:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 610 | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 850 kg |
