1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 64 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 35 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6C | CLC |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
