2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 561 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | Alpina | Daimler |
Model | B7 | Conquest |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1429 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |