1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 520 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | V6 | XJS |
Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |