1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 23 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 130 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa 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 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 2600 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
