1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 42 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 10 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 2600 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 92 L |