1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2012 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. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XF |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 500 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 |
