1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 44 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1365 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 781 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 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 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maybach |
Model | 2600 | 57 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |