1943 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 47 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 24 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
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 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 6C | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |
