1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 610 | XF |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1461 mm |
