1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 90 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |