1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 45 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 735 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible 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 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2600 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
