1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Audi S6
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 45 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 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 | 2009 Audi S6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 2600 | S6 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |