1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B6 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
