2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 24 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 8C Competizione | XK |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |