1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 400 is newer by 36 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 330 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 | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 400 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 120 L |
