1990 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 590 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | SZ | XK |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2752 mm |