2000 Jaguar F-Type vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar F-Type 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 110 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar F-Type. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar F-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Jaguar F-Type. 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.
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2000 Jaguar F-Type | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Jaguar | Alpina |
Model | F-Type | B7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3071 mm |