1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1967 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alpina |
| Model | Cedric | B7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3071 mm |
