1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1968 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar E Type (226 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Jaguar E Type.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1968 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Alfa 6 | E Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
