1967 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 738 kg more than 1967 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | GT | XKR |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |