1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 36 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 106 kg more than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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 | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 115 L |
