1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alpina |
| Model | Bluebird | B5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
