1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 47 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 396 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.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 6C | F355 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |