1943 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1954 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 212 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 624 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 212.
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1943 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1954 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 6C | 212 |
Year Released | 1943 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 159 L |