1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1270 kg more 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1959 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1959 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 106 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 91 L |
