2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 292 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Mustang | 6C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
