1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 455 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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:
| 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58.8 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 | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
