1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 456 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alpine A 610 2013 Jaguar XJ
Make Alpine Jaguar
Model A 610 XJ
Year Released 1990 2013
Engine Size 2975 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 464 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 575 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5252 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2105 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1456 mm


 

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