1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600

To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 40 kg more than 1961 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Ferrari 250 GTE 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
Make Ferrari Alfa Romeo
Model 250 GTE 2600
Year Released 1962 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 2583 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 230 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 60 L


 

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