2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 13 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B3 | XJR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
