1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 225 kg more than 1938 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. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 6C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1938 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
