1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1965 Alpine A 110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 875 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |
