1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 10 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 110 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino 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 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2600 | Dino |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 59.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |