1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 48 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 555 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 73 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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | 2600 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2795 mm |
