1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 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 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 125 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 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 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2600 | F430 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4306 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |