1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar MK V (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 952 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | GTA | MK V |
Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |