1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 563 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (246 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 90 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 82 L |
