1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 906 kg more than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6C | 500 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 120 L |
