2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
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 Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet 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 428 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | Violet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
