1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 627 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 2600 | 553 F1 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2170 mm |
