1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 BMW 750
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 41 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 804 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, 2006 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2006 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2006 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 750 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |