1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 567 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2795 mm |
