1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 43 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 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 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 2600 | R8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |