1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 6 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 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 410 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 125 L |
