1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 44 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 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 400 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | F40 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 120 L |
