1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 19 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 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
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 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 6C | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3130 mm |