1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER weights approximately 518 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 2600 | CHALLENGER |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |