1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1957 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1957 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Thunderbird (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 12 kg more than 1946 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:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1957 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 6C | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2600 mm |
