1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 732 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GTV | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3033 mm |
