1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 47 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2600 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
