1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 53 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 50 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 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 360 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 95 L |
