2011 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B3. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 314 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Alpina B3 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Alpina | Jaguar |
Model | B3 | XJ |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1874 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3157 mm |