1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 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 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 404 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Bristol | Alpina |
| Model | 404 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
