1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 400 kg more than 1952 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. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1981 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 6C | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
