2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 71 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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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2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1938 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corvette | 6C |
Year Released | 2009 | 1938 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 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 | 1261 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |