1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 43 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 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 155 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 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 | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | 2600 | D3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
