2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B3 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |