1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1964 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1964 Jaguar MK II (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1964 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GTV | MK II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 63 L |
