1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1955 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 660 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6C | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
