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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 933 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.
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 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 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 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
