1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
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:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 288 GTO | 6C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1939 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 77 L |
