2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1954 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. 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:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1954 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B7 | Windsor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3210 mm |
