1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 35 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 413 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, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega 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 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | 2600 | Omega |
Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |