1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1951 Ferrari 212 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 476 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
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:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 212 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 159 L |
