1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 57 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 45 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 6C | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 89 L |
