1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 90 kg more than 1942 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.
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1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 6C |
Year Released | 1963 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 77 L |