1939 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 74 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 22 kg more than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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:
| 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6C | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1939 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
