2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 904 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ram | 2600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |