1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1983 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1983 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alpine A 310 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 310 | XF |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
