1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Coupe | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3157 mm |
