1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1969 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1969 Checker Aerobus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1963 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, 1969 Checker Aerobus (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1969 Checker Aerobus | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Checker |
Model | 2600 | Aerobus |
Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4760 mm |