1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MK VIII | 159 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
