1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 6C | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
