1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1991 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 B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alpina |
| Model | Sunny | B3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
