1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 8 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | V6 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 340 mm |
