2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK 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 203 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B7 | XK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |