1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 45 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina D3 (211 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina D3 weights approximately 190 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.
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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 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 | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpina |
| Model | 2600 | D3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
