1998 Alpina B 12 vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1998 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm). This means 1998 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 12 | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B 12 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
