1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 140 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
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 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | TVR |
Model | 2600 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |