1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 820 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | Vanden Plas |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3000 mm |
