1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 64 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 354 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6C | Viano |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
