1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV

To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 580 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.

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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 has automatic transmission and 1946 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Alfa Romeo 75 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
Make Alfa Romeo Jaguar
Model 75 Mark IV
Year Released 1986 1946
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 3485 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 156 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3060 mm


 

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