1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang 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 185 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 728 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
