1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2004 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 BMW X5 is newer by 39 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 736 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 2004 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 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, 2004 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 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 | 2004 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 2600 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 92 L |
