1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 51 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 575 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 2600 | A7 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2914 mm |