1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1952 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
