1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 36 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, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 2600 | 340 R |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 198 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |