1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 372 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 2600 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2919 mm |