1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 474 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | V6 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3040 mm |