1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 49 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 500 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 6C | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2320 mm |
