1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | V6 | MK X |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |