1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2002 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 456M is newer by 38 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 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 400 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M 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 | 2002 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2600 | 456M |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 551 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |