1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 425 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 2600 | XJ |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3032 mm |