2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 70 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), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
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. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | F-150 | 6C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 77 L |
