1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 35 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
