2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1022 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Durango | 2600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 47 L |