2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1965 Bristol 409
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 26 kg more than 1965 Bristol 409. 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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 2003 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1965 Bristol 409 | |
| Make | Alpina | Bristol |
| Model | Roadster | 409 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 81 L |
