1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 406 kg more than 1965 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 2600 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |