1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2012 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulia | XK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
