1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 34 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
Model | 2600 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |