1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 28 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 245 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 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 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 2600 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 95 L |
