1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 45 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 842 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 670 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 2010 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1034 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron 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 | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bugatti |
| Model | 2600 | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 408 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
