1953 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 54 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), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 6C | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| 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 | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
