2008 Alpina B5 vs. 1964 Bristol 408
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Bristol 408. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 1964 Bristol 408 | |
| Make | Alpina | Bristol |
| Model | B5 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
