1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 614 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | V6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3040 mm |
