1947 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Porsche 356 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 651 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 6C | 356 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 52 L |
