1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1965 Ginetta G10
To start off, 1965 Ginetta G10 is newer by 16 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 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ginetta G10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ginetta G10 (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ginetta G10 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 560 kg more than 1965 Ginetta G10.
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 | 1965 Ginetta G10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ginetta |
| Model | 6C | G10 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.9 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
