1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1946 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Alpina |
Model | Mark IV | B5 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2890 mm |