1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1988 Ferrari F1 88
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 is newer by 42 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 (612 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F1 88 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 860 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F1 88.
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:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1988 Ferrari F1 88 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | F1 88 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
