1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1367 kg more than 1967 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. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1967 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1967 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
