2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 36 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2145 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.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Excursion | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6799 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 47 L |
