1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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.
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1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
Model | XJR-15 | 1900 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |