1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |
