1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
