1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 64 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 2600 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |