1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 47 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 85 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 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
