1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 27 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 2600 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
