1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1980 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 312 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 312 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 764 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 312.
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 | 1980 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 2600 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
