1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Bristol 411. (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Bristol 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1973 Bristol 411. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Bristol 411. (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Bristol 411.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Bristol | Alpina |
Model | 411 | B7 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3000 mm |