1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1968 Porsche 906
To start off, 1968 Porsche 906 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, 1968 Porsche 906 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 906 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1968 Porsche 906.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1968 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | 2600 | 906 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
