2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2000 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2000 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B7 | XKR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 541 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |