1951 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 54 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 316 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 6C | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 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 | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
