2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | B7 | MK V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2900 mm |
