2003 Alpina B 10 vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B 10 | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | Alpina | Bristol |
Model | B 10 | Fighter |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 787 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |