1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 73 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10.
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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B 10 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |