1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 1993 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (207 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jaguar Type S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Type S | 164 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
