1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1968 Jaguar 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (37 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 106 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 54 L |
