1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Foursome is newer by 11 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 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 932 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | 6C | Foursome |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 25 L |
