1950 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 6C | 911 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2451 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
