2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1963 Bristol 408
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1963 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1963 Bristol 408. 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1963 Bristol 408 | |
Make | Alpina | Bristol |
Model | B7 | 408 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |