1946 Daimler DE 27 vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 27. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 27 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 27. (110 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 27. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 27 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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 Daimler DE 27 | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Daimler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DE 27 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 11.3 |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2600 mm |
