1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 49 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | 2600 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
