2010 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 42 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 375 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 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi S4 | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Audi | Alfa Romeo |
Model | S4 | 2600 |
Year Released | 2010 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |