1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 310 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 340 mm |
