1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 46 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 951 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 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | 2600 | FX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
