1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 616 kg more than 1971 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Spider | XJR |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3170 mm |