1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 743 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.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 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 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | 2600 | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
