1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1975 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban 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 | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 2600 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
