2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1976 Bristol 603
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603. 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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 1976 Bristol 603 | |
Make | Alpina | Bristol |
Model | B7 | 603 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 225 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 | 1960 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 81 L |