1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 40 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX 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 284 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
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 | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 6C | NSX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
