1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alpine A 310 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | A 310 | XJR-11 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1020 mm |