1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1964 Ferrari GTO is newer by 15 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO 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 622 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | GTO |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58.8 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 | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
