1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 41 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 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 710 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 90 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
