1963 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 488 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar S-Type | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | S-Type | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |
