1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1970 Ford GT 40 is newer by 21 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 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 590 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
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 | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 6C | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2420 mm |
