1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 806 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Alfetta | XK |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2752 mm |