1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 119 kg more than 1965 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 2600 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
