2010 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 68 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 15 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
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:
| 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 458 Italia | 6C |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 1485 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 77 L |
