1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 47 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 451 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.
Because 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus 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 | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
