1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1957 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 212 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 525 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 212.
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1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1957 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 6C | 212 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 159 L |