1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
Model | V6 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |