2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1990 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | Roadster | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
