1985 Jaguar XJR vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJR (671 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJR.
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:
| 1985 Jaguar XJR | 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XJR | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6500 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
