1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 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 428 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (206 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | Alfa 6 | W12 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |