1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1989 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 75 | XJ220 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 642 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |