1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | V6 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 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 Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |