1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 933 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 2600 | Passat |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |