2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 612 | 6C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1938 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 77 L |
