1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 834 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 2600 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
