1951 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 53 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 6C | Bora |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
