1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 310 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
