1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 36 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 430 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 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 400 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 118 L |
