1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220

To start off, both 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ and 1992 Jaguar XJ220 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Alfa Romeo RZ 1992 Jaguar XJ220
Make Alfa Romeo Jaguar
Model RZ XJ220
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2959 cc 3492 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 209 HP 542 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 642 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1160 mm


 

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