1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (164 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1141 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 2600 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |