1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1977 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1977 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1977 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 10 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
