2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B7. (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B7.
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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJ220. (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJ220. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B7 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 349 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 Height | 1480 mm | 340 mm |
