1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 2600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
