1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 34 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 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 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2600 | F355 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |