2002 Alpina B 10 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Alpina B 10 is newer by 3 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B 10. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2002 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2002 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alpina B 10 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B 10 | XK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
