1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 515 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 1999 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | V6 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
