1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 975 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108. 2001 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1962 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1962 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 108 | XK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 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 | 595 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
