1943 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1959 Maserati 420
To start off, 1959 Maserati 420 is newer by 16 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 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 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 325 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420.
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:
| 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1959 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 6C | 420 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 4190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
