1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,618 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (380 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B 10 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
