2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 69 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 215 kg more than 1939 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.
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2008 Ford Mustang | 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mustang | 6C |
Year Released | 2008 | 1939 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 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 | 1715 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 77 L |