1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 310 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 75 | XK |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
