1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XK. (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 will offer significantly more control. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XK. (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Alpina |
| Model | XK | B7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
