1954 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C. (271 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1954 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. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 6C | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
