2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
Make Chevrolet Alfa Romeo
Model Tahoe 2000
Year Released 2008 1960
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 71 L


 

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