2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 120 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Centauri | XK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
