1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alpina |
| Model | Sunny | B5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
