2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-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 295 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Jaguar | Alpina |
Model | S-Type | B7 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5225 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 82 L |