2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1957 Talbot Sport
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Sport. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1957 Talbot Sport. 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. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1957 Talbot Sport has manual transmission. 1957 Talbot Sport 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 | 1957 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Alpina | Talbot |
| Model | B7 | Sport |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
