2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Brera | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 5343 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
