1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XK8 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
