1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 743 kg more than 1976 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | A 110 | XK |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2600 mm |