1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 46 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
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 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 6C | 968 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 92 L |
