1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 307 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2600 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
