1947 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1980 Porsche 930 is newer by 33 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 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 206 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
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 | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 6C | 930 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.4 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
