1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 2600 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
