1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, both 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1990 Jaguar XJR were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 359 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 33 | XJR |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 377 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |