1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 44 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 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 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 2600 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
