1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Jaguar XJS | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Jaguar | Alpina |
Model | XJS | B7 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 299 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |