1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 20 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS weights approximately 20 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 | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 365 GTS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
