1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1968 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1968 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bizzarrini |
Model | 2600 | GT |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |