1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1953 Ferrari 553 F2
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 553 F2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 553 F2.
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:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1953 Ferrari 553 F2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 553 F2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |
