1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus is newer by 25 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 285 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
