1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2005 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 106 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
