1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 525 kg more than 1974 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XF |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
