1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Alfa 6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3157 mm |
