1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1028 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
