1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 50 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 350 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
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 | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | 6C | Guara |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
