1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Jaguar | Alpina |
Model | XK | B7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |