1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
