1951 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 290 kg more than 1951 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.
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1951 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 6C | KS 360 Modena |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3572 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 | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 329 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 | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |