2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Touareg | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
