1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 41 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 385 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 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 | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 2600 | R-D6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 69 L |