1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 63 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 29 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 6C | Golf |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2578 mm |