1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1995 Alpina B6. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 345 kg more than 1995 Alpina B6. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B6 | XK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2752 mm |
