1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 64 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 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 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 20 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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. 2013 Ferrari 458 has automatic transmission and 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 6C | 458 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 86 L |
