2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Silverado | 2600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |