2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
Model | S-Type | Alfa 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |