1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ6 (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |
