1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XK | 155 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
