2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 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 459 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. 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 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 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 | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Alpina | Morgan |
Model | B7 | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |