1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 313 kg more than 1964 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, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2600 | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 119 L |