1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 47 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), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 811 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 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 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 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 2600 | X6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |