2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK. 2005 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B7 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B7 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
