1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1218 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
