2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1956 Austin A 30
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1956 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Alpina | Austin |
| Model | B7 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |
