1954 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1967 Ford 12 M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C (271 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 98 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 6C | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 125 L |
