1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 537 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 20 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pagani |
| Model | 2600 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2795 mm |
