1953 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 97 kg more than 1953 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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1953 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 6C | Mustang |
Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |