2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1962 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1962 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B 10 | MK II |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |