2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
