1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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:
1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 6C | 2600 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |