1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 555 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | V6 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3050 mm |