1991 Alpina B vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 736 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 1985 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpina B has manual transmission. 1991 Alpina B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
