1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1421 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. 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 B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alpina |
| Model | Cherry | B7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3211 mm |
