1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 40 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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 | 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2600 | 575 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 105 L |