2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |
