1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 62 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alpine | Jaguar |
| Model | A 610 | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
