1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 192 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | SZ | MK II |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
