1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 919 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 63 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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 844 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 2600 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
