1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 149 kg more than 1995 Alpina B6.
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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B6 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
