1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2009 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | X5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |