1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 857 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 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 | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
