1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban 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 | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 2600 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
