2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry 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 257 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Alpina | Nissan |
| Model | B3 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
