2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1991 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B7 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
