1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 15 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 449 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | V6 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2920 mm |
