1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310. 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, 1962 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 310 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
