1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 20 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 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (155 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2600 | 208 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |