2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B3 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |