2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
