2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | F430 | Alpine |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |