1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 240 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 6C | 300S |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 85 L |
