1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1106 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 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 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 2600 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |