1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 260 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 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 BMW 550 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | 550 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |