1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1968 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 101.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
