2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 23 kg more than 1948 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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
| Model | Roadster | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
