1971 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 857 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | XJR |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
