1953 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 53 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 6C | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3610 mm |
