1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1968 Bizzarrini Manta
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bizzarrini |
| Model | 2600 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
