1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 42 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 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 368 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 208 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 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 | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 74 L |
