1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 247 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram 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 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 2600 | Ram |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 132 L |