1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1957 Ferrari 246
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 246 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 246 (277 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 246.
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:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1957 Ferrari 246 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 1900 | 246 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2170 mm |
