1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (158 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 810 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 2600 | Milan |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |