1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1977 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 29 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 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 90 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
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 | 1977 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 308 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
