1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 524 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 75 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 561 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 84 L |
