2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1947 Bristol 450
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1947 Bristol 450. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1947 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1947 Bristol 450. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1947 Bristol 450 | |
| Make | Alpina | Bristol |
| Model | B 10 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
