1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 773 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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.
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1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Spider | MK IX |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 77 L |