1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 35 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Spider | XK |
Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |