1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1955 Maserati 150S
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Maserati 150S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Maserati 150S would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Maserati 150S (138 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Maserati 150S should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1955 Maserati 150S.
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:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1955 Maserati 150S | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 150S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2160 mm |
