1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2001 Vector M12
To start off, 2001 Vector M12 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vector M12 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vector M12 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 | 2001 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vector |
| Model | Alfa 6 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
