1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 475 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 Dodge Magnum (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 2600 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
