2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 32 kg more than 2000 Alpina B 10. 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 10. (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 10. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B 10 | XKR |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |