1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 31 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 692 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 743 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Alpine A 106 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | A 106 | XJR-11 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1020 mm |