1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 420 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | V6 | XJS |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |