1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 32 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 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 213 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XJ |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| 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 | 2160 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |
