1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 920 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 2600 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2895 mm |