1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1958 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1958 Ford 12 M. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1958 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
