1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1970 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1970 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XK |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
