1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | XJR |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
