1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 25 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | 2600 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |