1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette 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 112 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
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. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6C | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |
