1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 583 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 2600 | XF |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |