1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 728 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Giulia | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
