2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Centauri | MK II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
