1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 37 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. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 179 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 2600 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |