1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 22 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 110 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. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 6C | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2960 mm |
