1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1973 Ferrari 246
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 246. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 246 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (156 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 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 390 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (216 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1973 Ferrari 246 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 246 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
