1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1953 Porsche 356
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1953 Porsche 356. 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.
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1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1953 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | Alfa 6 | 356 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |