1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 315 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal 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 | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 2600 | Regal |
Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |