1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1969 Monteverdi 400 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 75 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 | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Monteverdi |
| Model | 6C | 400 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 130 L |
