2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1946 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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 Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3060 mm |
