1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 23 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 110 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO 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 | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 2600 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
