1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1035 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 108 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 90 L |
