1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 108 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 700 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 108 | XK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |
