2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 166 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
